Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County has multiple openings for full-time and part-time Taste NY Store Clerks for the Grand Island, New York store location.

The Taste NY Clerks will work under the direction and supervision of the Taste NY Market Manager and Taste NY Assistant Market Manager. Primary responsibilities include assisting with management of inventory, operation of cash register, cash controls, transportation of inventory to the store, customer service, food service and record keeping. On a daily basis the store clerk will inspect the store for cleanliness, organization and refill supplies as needed. The clerk is expected to discuss Erie County agriculture and local foods with customers to engage them in these areas and to provide information upon request about the food and farm products sold in the store.

Maintain equipment, troubleshoot if necessary and call for repair as directed.

Transport self, and/or program materials and resources necessary for performing position responsibilities.

Prepare and submit accurate expense reports, receipts/supporting documentation, and/or vouchers in a timely manner per established policy and procedures.

Prepare and submit accurate mileage reports and supporting documentation in a timely manner per established policy and procedures.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

In cooperation with the Supervisor, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.

Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required.

Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions

Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.

Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.

Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy - Applies to all duties and functions

Conduct all programming and activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Act, Title IX Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act, and local, state, and regional affirmative action plans.

Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public.

Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.

Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are support of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Internal Number: WDR-00017629

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